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Children explore new realms
Festival urges children to use imaginations
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Elachee Nature Science Center campers, from left, Tennent Slack, Cooper Chastain, Nathan Chumley and Aiden Clonts look for gems and rocks.
Keeping kids occupied during the summer months can be a full-time job, but for at least one day, it doesn’t have to be so difficult. During the FLUXUS festival this week, several area attractions will keep children and adults occupied and entertained throughout the day, all while providing learning moments for the younger ones. “Finding Local Unexpected eXperiences in oUr Surroundings” is a worldwide network of artists, composers and designers that blend different artistic styles and create something entirely creative.
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Local celebrities face off in dance contest to raise money for 3 charities
Dancing for a Cause set for Aug. 26
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Anjana Freeman and dance instructor Jonathan Bryant practice at the North Geogia School of Music and Dance for the 2017 Dancing for a Cause. The event raises funds for three local charities.
Some call it the “best fundraiser in town.” The fourth annual Dancing for a Cause will bring dinner, dancing and competition to the Chattahoochee Country Club on Aug. 26 as 10 local “celebrities” vie for the coveted Mirror Ball . The event, which begins with dinner at 7 p.m. and the show following at 8 p.m., is a fundraiser for three local charities: Gainesville-Hall County Alliance for Literacy, Center Point and Rape Response Inc.
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